Tunsuriban: shamanism in the Chepang of southern and central Nepal By Diana Riboli

https://www.academia.edu/867157/Tunsuriban_shamanism_in_the_Chepang_of_southern_and_central_Nepal?nav_from=0ccffd22-f9b1-45b4-a22d-23a15c4f8d8b The paper explores Tunsuriban, a form of shamanism practiced by the Chepang ethnic group in southern and central Nepal. It highlights the unique cultural, environmental, and historical contexts that have preserved the Chepang's shamanistic practices amidst various influences. The research delves into the rituals, beliefs, and significance of shamanism for the Chepang, offering insights into their ancestral relationships, funerary customs, and encounters with both local and supernatural divinities.